Day 1 - MON I BUENOS AIRES
Welcome to Argentina. Upon arrival you
will be transferred to your hotel in Buenos Aires. After check in, we visit
the southern area of Buenos Aires. We start in Plaza de Mayo, the site
where the second foundation of the city took place. Here we may see
Casa Rosada, the cathedral and Cabildo. Explore the oldest
neighborhood of the city, San Telmo. Then make a stop to visit the
“Zanjón de Granados”, under this building you can visit a tunnel with
more than 4 centuries of Buenos Aires history. The will end at the
European-inspired La Boca neighborhood and trendy Puerto Madero.
This evening, enjoy dinner and a tango show at El Querandi. (D)
Day 2 - TUE I BUENOS AIRES
After breakfast, we visit the northern
area of Buenos Aires. During the tour we visit La Recoleta, one of the
most sophisticated neighborhoods in Buenos Aires. La Recoleta
Cemetery surprises visitors with its rich architecture and the important
social & political figures that are buried there, among whom is Eva
Peron. The visit continues through the neighborhood of Palermo. (B,L)
Day 3 - WED I BUENOS AIRES I IGUAZU FALLS
Transfer to the airport
for your flight to Iguazu Airport and transfer to your hotel upon arrival.
This evening is yours to enjoy at leisure. (B)
Day 4 - THU I IGUAZU FALLS
Today we explore the Argentine side of
Iguazu Falls on a full-day excursion. Board the train at Central Station
that runs inside the subtropical rainforest for 2.5 miles. At Falls Station
are 2 trails: The Upper Circuit, crossing over the top of the canyon and
the Lower Circuit, a 1-mile trail, provides waterfall views from 8 catwalk
lookouts for different perspectives. Then we catch the train to the Devil’s
Throat Station, from which a 1.2 mile walk to a suspended platform
lookout delivers Iguazu’s biggest thrill: the tallest and largest waterfall
called Devil’s Throat, a 14-fall combo crashing in a 269-foot sheer drop!
(B,L)
Day 5 - FRI I IGUAZU FALLS I RIO DE JANEIRO
Embark on an excursion
towards the Brazilian side of the Falls to Iguazu National Park to tour the
park and head up to the boardwalks located at the edge of the cliffs of
the Iguazu River. Enjoy the vista of San Martín Island, Devil’s Throat from
the observation deck, and the waterfalls of Bossetti, San Martín, and
Three Musketeers. Transfer to the Foz Iguazu Airport for your flight to Rio
de Janeiro for check-in to your hotel. This evening is yours to enjoy at
leisure – the perfect opportunity to experience Brazil’s vibrant and most
traditional sounds of samba or perhaps you prefer to take-in the
romantic and hypnotic sounds of bossa nova. Check out Rio’s vivacious
night spots or relaxed music lounges. The options abound! (B)
Day 6 - SAT I RIO DE JANEIRO
Depart from your hotel on a Corcovado
Private Tour. Visit the Christ Statue that sits 2,330 ft. above sea level,
atop Corcovado Mountain and was recently named one of the seven
modern wonders of the world. Following a scenic drive along the Rodrigo
de Freitas Lagoon, arrive at the foot of the hill and embark on a train up
the mountain. At the top, experience an amazing panoramic view of Rio
de Janeiro! The tour also includes a drive along Rio’s famous beaches.
(B)
Day 7 - SUN I RIO DE JANEIRO
Brazil’s treasures beckon with a visit to
the world famous Sugar Loaf Mountain. Rising up from a small
peninsula at the entrance of Guanabara Bay, the first cable-car takes
you to 215 meters up to the top of Urca Hill. From there, continue in a
second cable car, rising to 395 meters above sea level to enjoy a 360
degree view of the entire city, including Botafogo and Copacabana
Beaches, Corcovado and downtown Rio. Savor an included BBQ Lunch
(without beverages). (B,L)
Day 8 - MON I RIO DE JANEIRO TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY)
After breakfast, transfer to Rio de Janeiro Airport for your departure
flight. (B)
